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BillHR 7257 · 119

SECURE Grid Act

Introduced
Jan 27, 2026
Cosponsors
4
Traction
0
Last Action
May 11, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the Secretary of Energy to implement measures to protect the electric grid from cyber and physical threats. Establishes a program to identify and address grid security vulnerabilities.

Sponsored By

Robert E. Latta
Republican · Ohio · House
Scheduled on the House floor · Mon, Jun 29

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 27, 2026
  4. Jun 29, 2026You Are Here

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

The bill affects electric grid operators and consumers, potentially improving the reliability and security of the power supply. It may also impact companies that provide cybersecurity services to the energy sector, as they could see increased demand for their services.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
5backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican4
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 25%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (4)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedJan 27, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 11, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 561.
Subjects
  • Climate
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.